History of Pegasus

Today

2026 onwards, Looking Ahead

2026 onwards

Looking Ahead

As Pegasus continues to grow, our vision is to honour the traditions of publishing while embracing new opportunities in the digital age. We remain committed to discovering distinctive voices, supporting authors and bringing stories to readers across the world.

We celebrate Ms Barber’s (and her plant’s) 20 years with Pegasus

2025

We celebrate Ms Barber’s (and her plant’s) 20 years with Pegasus!

Two decades of dedication, creativity, and quiet leadership. A guiding and shaping force throughout the company’s journey, her insight, steadiness, and commitment have helped define who we are today.

The Hard Way by Paul Hardcastle

2024

The Hard Way by Paul Hardcastle

We are proud to have published The Hard Way by Paul Hardcastle.

Thirteen Terrifying Tales by Terry Deary

2024

Thirteen Terrifying Tales by Terry Deary

We are proud to have published a book by Terry Deary, whose sharp wit and storytelling continue to captivate readers across generations.

Catharse-is by Steven Ogg

2024

Catharse-is by Steven Ogg

We published Catharse-is by Steven Ogg, adding another distinctive voice to the Pegasus catalogue.

Pegasus turns 25

2024

Pegasus turns 25

Pegasus celebrated 25 years of publishing. From our beginnings in 1999 to a growing catalogue of authors and imprints, this milestone marked a proud moment in our story and a foundation for the years ahead.

Bill Wyman: Billy in the Wars

2023

Bill Wyman: Billy in the Wars

We were honoured to publish Billy in the Wars by Bill Wyman, capturing the life and memories of an iconic figure in his own voice.

Tony Jacklin: My Ryder Cup Journey

2021

Tony Jacklin: My Ryder Cup Journey

We were proud to publish Tony Jacklin: My Ryder Cup Journey, sharing the reflections of one of Britain’s most celebrated golfers.

Martian Hermitage by Blair Wiley

2020

Martian Hermitage by Blair Wiley

Martian Hermitage by Blair Wiley received the Literary Titan Gold Award.

The Seven by Erin Curran

2020

The Seven by Erin Curran

The Seven by Erin Curran was shortlisted for The GALAS LGBTQ+ Awards.

The Sound of Your Soul by Anna Cookson

2020

The Sound of Your Soul by Anna Cookson

The Sound of Your Soul by Anna Cookson won at the TNADC Peer Awards.

The Morning Tree by Claude Randall

2020

The Morning Tree by Claude Randall

The Morning Tree by Claude Randall was highly commended by the Spiritual Book Awards.

Salt Water and Spear Tips by Thor F. Jensen

2020

Salt Water and Spear Tips by Thor F. Jensen

Salt Water and Spear Tips by Thor F. Jensen won Expedition Book of the Year.

COVID-19

2020

COVID-19

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the publishing world faced uncertainty and change. Through this period, stories continued to connect, comfort and inspire readers.

Pegasus Turns 20

2019

Pegasus Turns 20

Pegasus celebrated 20 years of publishing, marking two decades of working with authors and bringing new stories to readers.

Molly Warner: School Reporter

2018

Molly Warner: School Reporter

Molly Warner: School Reporter won Book of the Year.

Hingston’s Box by Decima Blake

2017

Hingston’s Box by Decima Blake

Hingston’s Box by Decima Blake was named a finalist for the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year.

Finding the Rainbow by Rachel McGrath

2016

Finding the Rainbow by Rachel McGrath won The People’s Book Prize.

Pegasus moved to larger premises

2016

The Big Move

Pegasus moved to larger premises, marking an important new chapter for the company and giving us more space to grow.

First Audiobook

2016

First Audiobook

House of Darke by Colin Parsons became the first audiobook published by Pegasus.

First Foreign Rights Sale

2010

First Foreign Rights Sale

Pegasus completed its first foreign rights sale with For Better or for Wurst by Jon Goulding.

Pegasus Turns 10

2009

Pegasus Turns 10

Pegasus celebrated its tenth anniversary, marking a decade of publishing and continued growth. As the company expanded, so did our catalogue, team and ambitions.

Kindle Launches

2007

Kindle Launches

As eBooks began to transform the publishing industry, Pegasus embraced digital publishing and released its first eBook.

First 100 Books Published

2002

First 100 Books Published

Pegasus reached the milestone of publishing its first 100 books, reflecting the growing community of authors behind our catalogue.

Introducing Chimera

2000

Introducing Chimera

Chimera was launched as a dedicated imprint for bold adult fiction, offering a space for mature, imaginative and unconventional storytelling.

Hello Nightingale Books

Year: 2000

Hello Nightingale Books

Nightingale Books was launched as our children’s imprint, created to inspire young readers and encourage a lifelong love of books.

Vanguard Was Born

2000

Vanguard Was Born

Vanguard Press was launched as our flagship imprint, dedicated to publishing a wide range of fiction and non-fiction from new and established authors.

Pegasus Elliot MacKenzie was founded

1999

Founded

Pegasus Elliot MacKenzie was founded with a passion for books, storytelling and supporting authors.

1999